Country Guide

Spain

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Compliance

Remundo takes care of all your compliance with auto-generated multi-lingual contracts at the touch of a button.

Tax Compliance covered

Remundo streamlines tax compliance in Spain, providing effortless solutions through the automated generation of multi-lingual contracts at the click of a button.

Employee Taxes in Spain are:

Employer Costs in Spain are:

We calculate the rates of each for you and add it to your invoice automatically with our platform, so you’re always paying the right amounts at the right time.

Best Benefits for Spanish People

In Spain, it is customary to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes general benefits like food allowances/vouchers and health insurance allowances. Additionally, Spanish employees are entitled to 13th and 14th-month pay, distributed in July and December, as outlined in their Employment Contracts and Collective Agreements.

Employee Benefits in Spain, in accordance with Spanish Statutory Laws, encompass various essential components:

Social Security: Employees are enrolled in Spain’s National Social Security System, offering a wide range of social benefits.

Sick and Disability Leave: Provides financial protection during illness or incapacity.

Healthcare Insurance: Access to quality medical care through the Sistema Nacional de la Seguridad Social (Spain’s National Social Security System).

Pension Benefits: Ensuring financial security in retirement.

When you choose to hire a worker in Spain, partnering with a Spanish PEO or utilizing EOR services can help streamline your compliance with these benefit requirements and ensure your employees receive the benefits they deserve.

At Remundo, we understand the importance of valuing your employees’ well-being and can assist you in navigating the complexities of Spanish employment regulations, offering comprehensive solutions to meet the needs and expectations of your Spanish workforce.
Our commitment to your success extends to providing tailored benefit packages that prioritize the health and welfare of your employees, fostering a happy and motivated team.

Understanding Work Hours and Time Zones

The general working hours in Spain typically span eight hours a day, with a siesta break in between.

Usually, the starting time for a standard workday is around 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM through to 5:00 PM. The typical maximum weekly working hours in Spain amount to 40 hours.

Spain consists of 50 provinces. Spain covers two time zones:

CET (UTC+01:00) and CEST (UTC+02:00) in Peninsular Spain, the Balearic Islands, Ceuta, Melilla and the plazas de soberanía
(UTC+00:00) and WEST (UTC+01:00) in the Canary Islands, the time zone has daylight saving time.

Payroll Managed

In Spain, our partner is equipped with a registered entity dedicated to managing payroll for all our Spanish workers. Our Spanish workforce will receive their salaries monthly, together with detailed pay slips. All financial and legal obligations are meticulously fulfilled, in strict adherence to local compliance regulations.

Leave compliance automated on the platform

After setting up your account and completing the onboarding process for your Spanish worker, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive overview of their leave entitlements. This includes details on statutory holiday allowances, any additional leave benefits you may provide beyond the legal requirements, and insights into Spain’s public holidays. You’ll also find information on various types of leave, such as sick leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, and parental leave.

In Spain, leave entitlements are structured into different categories, each with specific terms and conditions. For instance, employees have the right to partially paid sick leave, with the employer responsible for making the payments and later seeking reimbursement from the Social Security Department.

Additionally, Spain offers a maternity leave of 16 weeks, fully paid, and fathers are entitled to the same duration of leave.

When it comes to annual leave, employees working through Remundo receive 23 working days of leave, though the legal minimum stands at 30 calendar days (approximately 22 working days).

Notably, recent legislation has introduced a unique three-day “menstrual” leave of absence, extendable to five days, designed to support individuals dealing with severe menstrual symptoms. This leave requires a doctor’s certification and is fully covered by the public social security system.

Nationwide Public Holidays:

New Year’s Day Jan 1
Epiphany Jan 6
Good Friday Variable
Labor Day May 1
Assumption of Mary Aug 15
Hispanic Day Oct 12
All Saints' Day Nov 1
Constitutions Day Dec 6
Immaculate Conception Dec 8
Christmas Day Dec 25

Letting your worker in Spain go

Whether your worker doesn’t meet your expectations or the project they’ve been assigned to reaches its conclusion, handling the termination process can be a straightforward affair. When it comes to ending an employment contract in Spain, it’s essential to understand the legal requirements.

Employment terminations in Spain are subject to specific rules, and the notice period is two weeks.

If you find yourself needing to terminate an employment contract in Spain and are uncertain about your obligations or your worker’s rights concerning severance, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our expert agents are here to provide guidance, clarify your options, and assist you in navigating the legal and financial aspects of termination according to Spanish labor laws.

This information will help you approach employment terminations in Spain with confidence, ensuring that you adhere to the country’s legal requirements and maintain a positive working relationship with your employees.

CURRENCY

Euro (€) (EUR)

CAPITAL

Madrid

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE

Spanish

PAYROLL FREQUENCY

Monthly

TIMEZONE

CET (UTC+01:00) and CEST (UTC+02:00)

HAPPINESS INDEX

6.48, ranked 29th

What makes Spanish people Great Workers?

Spain boasts a diverse and skilled workforce renowned for their warmth and friendly disposition. At Remundo,
we celebrate the qualities that make Spanish professionals exceptional. Here are the distinct attributes that set Spanish workers apart, making them valuable assets to your organization.

Adaptability and Problem-Solving

Spanish workers display remarkable adaptability. They excel in recognizing challenges and proactively seek solutions to overcome them. Their natural initiative ensures that problems are addressed swiftly, even without explicit instructions. This adaptability makes them an asset in dynamic work environments.

Value Interpersonal Skills

Spaniards emphasize the importance of personal relationships and trust in the workplace. They are skilled communicators who value harmonious interactions. Spanish professionals tend to have high emotional intelligence, prioritizing effective communication and professional relationships over technical skills.

Collaborative Team Players

Collaboration is at the heart of Spanish work culture. Spanish workers thrive in team settings, where they can contribute their unique skills and expertise toward a shared project or organizational goal. Their commitment to teamwork fosters an environment of shared success.

Open and Honest Communication

Spanish people are known for their direct communication style. They express their opinions openly and appreciate honest and sincere interactions. While they can engage in spirited debates, this is a reflection of their passion rather than aggression. Clear and straightforward communication is highly valued in the Spanish workplace.

Spanish Economics

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buying power, investment potential, and state of personal wellness of the people